Sandals of black suede accented with tiny cabochons; strappy with lasso-like loops; 1/2" platform; 3 1/2" continental heel is suede covered; black leather foot-bed.
Chemise of off-white cotton percale with square neckline trimmed in scalloped eyelet embroidery; sleeveless with armscyes trimmed in same embroidery; center-front and center-back bodice have facing scalloped, eyelet embroidery sewn together at the outermost center of each scallop, and surrounded by 5 vertical tucks on each outer side; slight A-line skirt is below-knee length.
Petticoat of ivory cotton flannel gathered into a wide cotton muslin waistband; white silk eyelet embroidery in a filigree, floral design trims the hem; A-line; lower mid-length; no closure at waistband; junior size.
Chemise of white muslin with crocheted yoke; square neckline; wide shoulder straps; back neck closing; vertical darts though the front bodice release fullness just below waist; filet lace insertion near hem and same lace trims the hem; floral lace.
Dress of purple and black striped taffeta with vined flower damask in violet stemmed leaves with pink flowers: a) Bodice has band collar and yoke and center-front with crocheted lace overlay; long set-in sleeves are overlaid with lace at the forearm; sleeves are gathered at shoulders and cuffs; bodice is trimmed with fine satin ruffles; satin waistband with bow at left-front; lined in ecru pinstriped cotton; under arm pads attached. b) Skirt of self-taffeta is fan pleated at back for fullness; full-length with slight train at back; two ruches bands of black satin trim the hem; hook and eye closure at back; black taffeta underskirt with dust ruffles.
Dress ensemble of navy velour and tulle with accents of beads and embroidered metallic threads; bodice and skirt snap together around the waistline with concealed snaps: a) Bodice of navy tulle with stripes of grey beads; V-neckline; three quarter length sleeves; attached vest of navy velour embellished on the bottom-front sides with bead and metallic thread in an abstract design; bead fringe at sleeve ends. b) Skirt of navy velour wraps around from the sides to an exposed center-front panel; center-front panel is embellished at the bottom with a similar design as the vest; ankle-length.
Dressing gown of black silk with an inner bodice of floral sprig print; high round neckline; long sleeves have a band at wrists of woven lace trimmed in lace ruffle; 2 tucks in front, and pleats in back that are tacked at the waistline; concealed hook and eyes at center-front closure with corded button accents; imitation button holes for accent; full-length, loose fit.
Tea gown of black cotton batiste with high band neckline and yoke of tulle lace; short sleeves of black batiste and 3/4 sleeves of lace; bodice has vertical tucks at center-front and back; embroidered bands at front sides; long slim skirt has train; gently fitted; bodice is lined in black silk.
Dress ensemble of pale yellow cotton batiste with embroidered pedals grouped in fours in blues and bright brown and insets of floral crocheted lace: a) bodice has standing ring collar and yoke of crocheted lace; bands of cerulean blue velvet accent the bodice and long sleeves; bodice is pleated and bloused at the bust area; sleeves are slim fitting through the lower arms and have a single hook and eye closure at the wrists. b) Skirt of pale yellow cotton with pedals and vertical lace bands; slim through the hips; slight A-line; full-length.
Bodice of ivory silk overlaid with fine silk tulle; wide, scoop neckline extends off shoulders; short puffy sleeves; deep pointed waistline at center-back and center-front; neckline and sleeves trimmed in rows of ruffles of white box pleated satin and tulle; lace-up closure at center-back; panel of back neckline wraps over to close; boning within; piped seams; lined in cambric.
Man's watch chain of dark brown loop woven silk with jet bead accents; clip on one end for a watch; bar and hook on other end with two tassels; bar fits through a buttonhole on a vest and the chain extends to a pocket where the watch rests.
Bustle of four vertical wire coil springs covered in cotton with attached waistband; 7/8" waistband has tab at one end and button hole at other end; coil at center area is wider; appears to be missing a coil at one far end.
Dolman wrap of black silk velvet with embroidered black cord in a filigree design; Band of neckline creates a high-V; concealed hook and eye closures down front; 2 long, ankle-length panels at each front side have scalloped hem trimmed in fringe; back hits just below waistline to accommodate a bustle and has scalloped hem with fringe; long, dolman sleeves with fringe; lined and heavy weight.
Bonnet of ivory check weave cotton trimmed in a band of open-stitch crochet with scalloped edge; gathered in back; ties at front under chin; cross bar dimity.
Skirt suit of black raised dot textured wool: a) Bodice of black wool with standing band collar of white silk: horizontal bands at left and right side embellished with jet beads; open at center-front exposing inner blouse of black cotton with hook and eye closures; velvet ribbon bow-ties at bust; waistband tab wraps over to left; long, set-in sleeves are gathered into armscyes and trimmed at the forearm with jet beads; bloused extension on sleeves at the wrist area has pointed cuff of self-fabric. b) Skirt of self-wool is slim through the hips and is full length; slight A-line; fan pleat at center-back; narrow waistband; slight dipped hem in back; hook and eye closure at back; lined in cotton.
Wedding dress of ivory organdy: a) Bodice has wide scoop neckline with flounce of tightly gathered organdy trimmed in ivory satin ribbon; three-quarter length sleeves with pin tucks and ribbon band tucks; bodice is tightly pleated at waist releasing fullness through the bust; hook and eyes at back. b) detachable jabot with high, band collar with ruched satin trim and tucks; band collar is boned and has hook and eye closures at back. c) Skirt of organdy has three rows of satin ribbon at bottom; floor-length with train; back hook and eye closure. d) Underskirt of cotton with ruffle at hem and attached overskirt below hip of organdy with pleats at attached ribbon band; ruffle at hem; slight train.
Dress of white cotton batiste embroidered with vines flowers and lined dots; square neckline; cut in one sleeves are elbow-length and trimmed in crocheted lace; tucks on shoulders; bloused bodice is gathered into applied band of crochet at waist; vertical stripes of open-work crochet on bodice; full-length; hook and eye closures at back.
Picture hat of black tulle and lace with wide asymmetrical brim; hat has a brooch of a square coral colored lucite surrounded by two faceted black rectangles; ribbon band of black moire.
Coat of black silk with large round collar and wide cuffs with ecru lace overlay; large round collar falls over yoke and features crocheted lace overlay in a floral design; open-front has single hook and eye closure at bust; opening is trimmed in a braided cord in a filigree design; long, wide set-in sleeves gently pleated into shoulder and cuff; lower mid-length, calf; fully lined in ivory silk satin; inner wrist band.
Pancake Beret hat of black silk velvet with shirred crown and large ostrich plumes; facing of hat is decorated with lace, jet beads, paillettes and embroidery; long velvet ribbon with satin edge. Made in France
Petticoat of ivory cotton flannel gathered into a wide muslin yoke at waist; three tiered tucks above hem with embroidered paisley design below; above-ankle length.
Camisole of white silk trimmed in a fine lace band around wide, scoop neckline; sleeveless with same lace trim; lace has holes for ribbon drawstring; snaps down center back with hook and eye closure at back waistband; hits at natural waist.
Detachable Collar with yoke of ivory embroidered tulle lace in a clover and leaf design; high standing collar is supported with wire and stays; extends down the front and back yoke; hook and eye closures at center-back.
Dress ensemble of warm beige (peach) silk taffeta: a) Bodice has low square neckline with a panel of ruffled net for modesty; dropped shoulder line and long sleeves, slightly tapered; button-front closure with 7 buttons covered in silk and accented with ornate crochet; concealed hook and eyes under functional buttons; 2 long boned points at front and 1 boned point at back; French darts at back. b) Skirt is wide, floor-length with train in back; cartridge pleats in back to go over bustle; right side hidden pocket; side-front hook and eye closure.
Dress of ivory striped silk with scoop neckline; short, puffed sleeves with ribbon cuffs and accents; high, empire waistline with gathering below bust; full-length skirt with dipped hem; ribbon embellishments at sides near hem; drawstring closures at back neckline and empire waist; vertical stripes of chevron patterned satin and lightweight, see-through silk.
Skirt suit of dark brown velour: a) Jacket of velour with deep V-neckline and large round collar with shirred trim; panel lapels over bust; asymmetrical double breasted button closure at left; three-quarter length sleeves with self-covered button accents at ends; sleeves are gathered into a band at the upper arm and back elbow; fitted with princess seams; bands at center-back waist with gathered fabric; hits at low hip; lined in ecru silk satin. b) Skirt of velour wraps to left side with panel within open slit at lower half; button accents at skirt back; full-length; lined in black satin.
Coat (Jacket) of ivory wool felt with corded lace and embroidery embellishment; round neckline has long, round lace collar that drapes over yoke; long pagoda sleeves are trimmed in long lace ruffle; hook and eye at neckline; open-front is trimmed in lace ruffle and has the option of being closed with long buttons and string eyes; corded lace trims sleeves, opening, center-back, and neckline; lined in ivory satin; mid-length; easy fit.
a) Folding fan of bone with carved, open-work abstract designs mounted with long peacock feathers; mid-portion of feathers is white and hand-painted in red, green, blue and metallic floral design with exotic pheasants; Chinese flowers; handle has hand-knotted tassel with bead. b) Folding case of purple silk velvet backed with ecru silk damask in a leaf pattern; ribbon ties to close; 23" x 4 1/2" folded.
Camisole or brasserie of ecru lace with scoop neckline; camisole is constructed with vertical panels of tape lace; scalloped lace trim at neckline, armscyes, and waistline hem; concealed center-front snap closure.
Dress of maroon wool challis with tiny bouquet print and large bouquet print; round neckline; button front closure with metal and glass buttons from top to closed hemline; dropped shoulder line accented with over-set pleated border; long sleeves have brownish black ribbed knit cuffs; Princess cut front; large border print ruffles from below-hip to dipped hem begin at front sides and wrap around back; extra fabric in back for bustle; 2 concealed, on seam pockets; backed in cambric.
Drawers of white cotton trimmed at the hem with pin tucks and a flounce of hand-made lace; darts at front; drawstring closure at back; lace is a square blocked with ornate diamond designs;
Evening dress of white satin with marquisette overlay; V-neckline and elbow-length sleeves; bust area is heavily embellished with embroidery, beads and pearls in a floral motif; soft pleated torso; floor length skirt of satin with marquisette panels; skirt is slim through the hips with train; train is trimmed in a band of satin; boned inner girdle at waist; hook and eye closures.
Jacket of black silk taffeta with wide, square back collar with a braided woven trim; overlay of braided tape lace with added godets of net with braided tape lace appliqué; looped trim at hem and at ends of long sleeves; hits below hips; two button closure at front; hook and eye at yoke.
Parasol of black silk with two self-fabric ruffles around lower edge; straight wooden handle of golden brown with dark brown eye pattern; metal retractable components; etched brass cap connects wooden portion of handle to metal upper.
Jacket of black wool with notched collar and button closure down front; long, set-in sleeves are gathered at armscyes for fullness; turned back cuffs; slit pocket with lapel at left bust; two pockets with flaps at hips; hits at low hip; slit at center-back; lined in black taffeta.
Coif cap of white cotton muslin with two pairs of darts at back; center seam runs from center-front to center base of neck; self-fabric ties under chin.
Accessory panels of ivory tulle over taffeta edged with pleated satin and tulle; either for neckline or skirt; long with one curved end and one folded side with soft-V end.
Cape of black striped silk with vertical lines of jet bead-work and chiffon ruffle trim; circular cape has standing band collar with jet bead pattern of star flowers blocked in squares alternating; collar is trimmed in black chiffon ruffles; yoke has same bead design and is trimmed in chiffon ruffles; cape is pleated into the yoke; hem is trimmed in ruffles; bead design on lower portion resembles decorated pine trees placed vertically from yoke to hem; lined in black silk brocade in a star flower pattern; hook and eye closures at collar and yoke.
Dress of ecru tiny circle embroidered net and lace with light blue satin cummerbund; bodice has round neckline and double tiered elbow-length sleeves; longer net sleeve ends in a net flounce; lace overlay vest drapes over shoulder; waistband of embroidered organza drapes over cummerbund; lace peplum at center-back waist; slightly gathered full-length skirt is trimmed with three lace flounces; inner waistband; hook and eye closures at back.
a) Jacket of black silk taffeta with overlay of braided tape lace in a floral loop design; tape lace is attached at seams; crescent front opening with no closures; long sleeves; dipped hem hits almost to back of knees; braided trim extends beyond taffeta. b) Skirt of black taffeta with three tiered ruffles at hem; gored; 3/4" waistband; full-length; hook and eye closures at back.
Dress of blue silk taffeta: a) Bodice has low square neckline with blue and green pleated ruffles stitched in center with unfinished zig-zag trim; short puffed sleeves; high waist; fitted with seams; laced clothing in back; boned; lined in white cambric. b) Skirt has 1" waistband; gathered in back; added panel at back for length is trimmed at the seam with a navy and ecru knit pipe; lined in blue cambric; hook and eye closures at back.
Dressing gown of ecru satin and chiffon striped silk; V-neckline with attached panels at shoulders and yoke creating a shawl; wide satin waistband with bow-like accent at front-left and a wider, higher bow at center-back; skirt is gathered into waist and has two satin flounces above hem and on hem; ruffles of dotted tulle line the bust; hook and eye closures at front.
Capulet of black silk brocade in a lively swirl design; godet panels of pleated tulle lace accent the cape; tulle lace has striped design of flowers and lattice-like design; lace flower at top of each panel has tiny black bugle bead embellishment; standing collar trimmed in scalloped lace and spread collar of self-brocade; hook and eye closures at neckline and yoke; lined in pink silk taffeta.
Robe of sheer black organza with 1 3/8? bands of silk trim; V-neckline and open front with single hook and loop closure at bust concealed by 2 appliqued black silk flowers; wide, short sleeves; side panel with two slits up to waistline with black flower applique at left side waist (right side flower missing); front panels are gathered into a cinched circle and have a tassel trim; unlined.
Cloche hat of woven straw in a net weave with flower motif pattern; open channels at base of crown for ribbon; wide draping brim; tightly woven 8-point star at crown.
Suit of black wool and silk satin: a) Jacket of black wool with black satin trim around neckline opening; long, set-in sleeves with gathering at shoulders; fastenings at front of floweret satin; slit opening at front below fasteners; knee-length at front; lower mid-length at back; lined in ivory silk damask in a flower pattern. b) Skirt of black wool with black satin waistband with long tie accent with tassel trim; center-back pleat; A-line; boned inner waistband; hook and eye closing.
Boa of white ostrich feathers with violet specks sewn to vertical strips ivory of chiffon and satin ribbon with bow accents; satin ribbon is overlaid with floral scalloped lace; feather and ribbon streamers trim the ends.
Corset of ivory cotton with hook closings at front and lace closings at back; fitted with boning; pointed front waist; garters of blue green silk are attached at front; bust improvers with metal stays are sewn into the top of the corset
Dress of black silk crepe with black embroidery; bodice has wide V-neckline; three-quarter length dolman sleeves of silk with lace extending beyond the silk portion with a net overlay; shoulder seam is finished with tiny covered accent buttons; bodice is gathered at waist with added fullness; skirt drapes at sides; hook and eye closures at back; lined in black silk; inner belt features label.
Drawers of white muslin trimmed at the bottom with a flounce with embroidered open-work; drawstring closure at back waist; open-crotch; horizontal pin tucks at lower legs; bottom features two rows of triangles of open-work net with a band of embroidered flowers in the center.
Dress of pink chiffon with bodice and skirt of warm pink and warm brown raised velvet spotted chiffon; scoop neckline yoke and long, cut on sleeves of pink chiffon; long sleeves are trimmed at the wrists with a band of spotted velvet chiffon; heart shaped neckline of velvet spotted chiffon; gathered, slightly dropped waist is shirred at the center-front, center-back, and at sides; velvet skirt is lower mid-length with added godets of pink chiffon with handkerchief hems that dip below the hem of the velvet skirt; attached slip of pale ecru chiffon with wide straps and scoop neckline.
Dress ensemble of grey and white pinstripe silk taffeta trimmed in pleated ivory organdy with black crocheted lace overlay: a) Bodice has high round neckline; crocheted covered accent buttons down front with concealed hook and eye closures; long, pagoda sleeves with bow accent of pinstripe silk; fitted through the torso with skirted points over the hips and bustle; bow and crescent panel over the bustle; lined in muslin with boning. b) Skirt of pinstripe silk with cartridge pleats at center-back below waistband; tiered flounces and ruffle at hem; full-length. c) Over-skirt of pinstripe silk trimmed in self-lace and organdy; front of skirt is mid-length and dipped longer in back just above hem; hidden pocket; cartridge pleats at back.
Dolman wrap of black voided velvet on faille ground accented with jet beads in a floral pattern; simulated sleeves from elbows to wrists trimmed in jet beads and lace ruffles; high, round neckline with standing band collar of lace trimmed along the neckline with jet beads; concealed hook and eye closures at front; 2 front panels hit below-hip length and are trimmed in lace and beads; back hits just below waist with a shaped dip at the center-back to accommodate a bustle; ties of ribbon on the inner center-back tie around waist to exaggerate the bustle; small inner pocket is crescent shaped with pleated trim at top at left bust; lined in black silk satin.
Jacket of black silk with lace tulle trim on collar, opening and sleeves; high band collar is gathered at ends and trimmed around the top with tulle and has satin bow at back; square back collar drapes over shoulders and is trimmed with tulle; long sleeves taper to wrists and have tulle ruffle; hits below hip and back and wraps around to an open front trimmed in tulle; fitted with seams through the back; front bodice is bloused and two rows of pin tucks across the front; cummerbund sash at front; lined in beige print sateen; concealed hook and eye front closures.
Hat of purple straw with halo of fabric violets and accent swath of purple velvet; brim is longer in back; under brim is accented with purple net with a flower of net trimmed with fabric violets at back; lined in white cambric.
Dress of slate blue silk faille with soft colored floral embroidery; round neckline with high, standing band collar with open sections and lace trim; bodice has yoke and center-front of off-white silk; silk faille has scoop neckline and long sleeves with cuffs that come up over the elbow; front opens up and has velvet facings in a deep teal color trimmed with floral lace chain; velvet waistband with gold soutache trim; back hook and eye closings; full-length skirt is slim through the waist and hips and is gored in the back for fullness; velvet inset band at hem with embroidery below and elaborate chain stitch embroidered flowers above the band; same elaborate embroidery on cuffs and trimming opening; soutache trim at scoop neckline; inner waistband with hook and eyes; bodice is lined in cambric.
Dress of grey-green silk faille with V-neckline trimmed in teal fringed and pleated satin ribbon; set-in sleeves have dropped shoulder line trimmed in self-satin ribbon; long length sleeves have vent at ends trimmed in self-satin ribbon; bodice is fitted with double darts at front and French seams at back; 5 self-covered button closing down front; full, wide skirt is floor length with train in back; pleats at front panel; cartridge pleats at center-back for bustle; 2 seam pockets; lined in cambric; machine and hand stitched.
Dress ensemble of dark brown and white striped cotton: a) Jacket/shirt has spread collar and button front closure; collar is accented with bias self-fabric; long piped sleeves with bias self-fabric cuffs; fitted through the torso with a long, below hip skirt trimmed in ruffle of self; back is shaped for bustle. b) Skirt is gathered at waist, more so in back; full-length; accented with 4 rows of 2" bias self-fabric trim; bottom is finished with tape; light weight for spring/summer.
Gown of pink silk satin with lace trim casing a thin black ribbon on bodice; square neckline; short puffy sleeves; empire waistline with darts from waist; triangular panel at center-front bodice trimmed in lace cased with black ribbon; long, slight A-line skirt has padded hem and is padded 8" above the hem at tuck; drawstring at center-back empire waistline; bodice is backed in cotton/linen; hook and eye at back neckline.
Dress ensemble of gold silk brocade in a floral lattice pattern with muslin lining; empire length bodice has bateau neckline; upper portion of long sleeves are pleated and fitted; shirring above banded cuffs; center-front pleats radiate to yoke-shoulder; hook and eye fasteners at back; skirt is floor length with all around unpressed pleats.
Dress of ecru silk taffeta wide neckline and short bouffant sleeves; neckline is trimmed in pointed scallops of self-taffeta that fall over the shoulders; back closing of button covered hooks and eyes; band at waist; skirt is pleated at front and cartridge pleated at center-back; 2 padded bands at lower skirt trimmed with applied pointed scallops about 16" above hem of full-length skirt; all hand-made.
Dressing gown of white cotton with round neckline with open-front; overlay at yoke of woven lace and cotton trimmed in cased ribbon and lace; square at back; long sleeves trimmed in lace; check patterned open-work inset at front opening and at back overlay; full-length; fabric is gathered under the yoke overlay to create fullness.
Toque-style hat of black velvet embellished around the sides with ostrich feathers; flat top crown of purple silk accented with stripes of lattice appliques and flower appliques of fine chenille yarn and beads; flower of gold lamé at side; very decorative; lined in black silk.
Purse of black cotton knit embellished with steel cut beads and silver droplet bead fringe; two silver rings at center; narrow in the middle with one square end and one round end; narrow center has opening.
Capulet of tiered black silk with embroidery and pleated silk chiffon; V-neckline with braided filigree embroidery and scalloped trim followed by rows of silk ruffles; open-work leaf design; bow at center-back neckline of pleated chiffon trimmed in ruffle; long ties of pleated chiffon trimmed in silk satin ruffle hang down front; single hook and eye closure at bust.
Sunbonnet of black cotton with stiffened, quilted brim trimmed in ruffled self-fabric; crown and fall are gathered at back-neck with drawstring casing; self-fabric ruffle trims brim, fall and crown; self fabric ties at chin and back. Maybe a mourning bonnet.
Panties of bright beige silk with high, elasticized waist; leg openings have 8" side slit and are trimmed in pink floral lace attached with a picot stitch; easy fit.
Pumps of black velvet with heavy metal curved square embellished with rhinestones on vamp; rounded toe; 2 1/2" velvet covered continental heel; leather and canvas inner.
Dress of pale green silk and ivory Chantilly lace: a) Bodice has V-neckline trimmed in a long lace collar; extremely full sleeves of pale green silk damask in a tiny leaf motif; three-quarter length sleeves are trimmed in lace ruffle; fitted through the torso; boned; hook and eye closures. b) Skirt of pale green silk with 1" waistband; green ruffle trims the bottom; back hook and eye closure; lined in brown cotton.
Dolman wrap of black silk velvet with lining of deep pink silk satin; attached sash from left-back neckline wraps over to the right and is trimmed in knotted fringe cord with Chinese knotted balls; three-quarter length sleeves with turned back cuffs backed in self-satin; lower mid-length; open front exposes turned back lapels of pink satin; button on inside waist area.
Nightgown of white cotton muslin with eyelet embroidery; standing round collar of scalloped eyelet muslin; yoke has circle floral pattern of eyelet embroidery; long set-in sleeves gathered at shoulder and cuffs; cuffs are trimmed with scalloped eyelet muslin; button front closing.
Drawers of white muslin trimmed in delicate eyelet lace; waistband has side button closure; pleated at center front and back with facing pleats; lace trims bottom of legs in a zig-zag pattern with eyelets and scalloped pattern; closed crotch design.